The 2023 NFL season is closing in and while there are no NFL games today, Kansas City Chiefs training camp is right around the corner. Here, we’ll provide you with all the information you need to know about the Chiefs training camp this summer.
The reigning Super Bowl champions arrive for training camp with fans excited for another football season. Heading into the season, the Chiefs are atop the 2023 NFL power rankings and they have the highest Super Bowl odds. It all bodes well for another outstanding season of football and training camp is just the start of the path to hoisting another Lombardi Trophy.
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Let’s dive into our Kansas City Chiefs training camp guide, previewing the schedule, top storylines and frequently asked questions.
Kansas City Chiefs training camp schedule 2023
Kansas City Chiefs training camp begins on Sunday, July 23 at 9:15 AM ET. A majority of the Chiefs’ practices will be open to the public, with the exclusions noted below. Here’s the full Chiefs’ training camp schedule.
- July 23 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – Team Autograph Session
- July 24 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – Season-Ticket Members only
- July 25 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – Autographs (linebackers)
- July 26 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – Autographs (defensive backs)
- July 27 – No practice
- July 28 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – Autographs (quarterbacks running backs, specialists)
- July 29 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – NFL Back Together Weekend – Team Autograph Session
- July 30 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – Autographs (wide receivers & tight ends)
- July 31 – Practice opens @ 9:15 AM – Alumni Day – Autographs (offensive/defensive line)
- Aug. 1 – No practice
- Aug. 2 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (LBs)
- Aug. 3 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (DBs)
- Aug. 4 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (QBs, RBs, specialists)
- Aug. 5 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Family Fun Day – Team Autograph Session
- Aug. 6 – No practice
- Aug. 7 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (WRs, TEs)
- Aug. 8 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (OL/DL)
- Aug. 9 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Season-Ticket Members only – Team Autograph Session
- Aug. 10 – No practice
- Aug. 11 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (LBs)
- Aug. 12 – No practice
- Aug. 13 – Preseason – Kansas City Chiefs @ New Orleans Saints (12 PM CT)
- Aug. 14 – No practice
- Aug. 15 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (DBs)
- Aug. 16 – Practice opens at 9:15 AM – Autographs (OL/DL)
- Aug. 17 – Practice opens at 8:15 AM – Military Appreciation Day – Final Camp Practice
Kansas City Chiefs training camp storylines
Keeping a close eye on the Chiefs’ receiving corps
Kansas City now seems unlikely to sign DeAndre Hopkins, barring a contract extension for Chris Jones that creates cap room. It means there’s a massive void to fill at wide receiver with JuJu Smith-Schuster in New England, leaving 100-plus targets and 70-plus receptions up for grabs.
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Andy Reid praised Skyy Moore in June, noting that the second-year receiver was one of the more “higher-targeted” players in the final day of minicamp. However, the 54th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft hauled in just 22 receptions for 250 receiving yards in his first season. Many have labeled Kadarius Toney as the breakout candidate thanks to his unique elusiveness and movement skills in open space, but it’s worth keeping in mind he averaged just a 4.8 aDOT (average target depth) after being traded to Kansas City last season.
It’s why rookie Rashee Rice (55th overall pick and free-agent signee Richie James (569 receiving yards in 2022) are also players to keep an eye on. Patrick Mahomes will attempt 640-plus passes this year, so there will be plenty of opportunities available for the Chiefs’ No. 2 pass-catcher.
Kansas City’s young defense arrives with more experience
One of the most remarkable things about the Chiefs’ Super Bowl run last season was how it achieve that with such a young defense. Kansas City’s defense was one of the youngest in the NFL since 2006 and its inexperience early in the year turned into consistent production as time went on. From Weeks 15-18, the Chiefs ranked eighth in Football Outsiders’ Defensive DVOA and they held opponents to 181.4 pass ypg with an average 84.0 QB rating in the final seven weeks.
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We see no reason why this unit can’t take another step forward in 2023. George Karalftis can take a second-year leap and Kansas City replaced Frank Clark with pass rusher Charles Omenihu. If that defensive front takes a step forward, as fans will see during training camp, the Chiefs’ secondary has all of the talent necessary for this to be a top-12 defense.
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Become familiar with running back Deneric Prince
Heading into Chiefs training camp last year, not many people were super familiar with running back Isiah Pacheco. The 251st overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft then became a standout at practices, leading to a prominent role in the offense and he turned that into a rookie season with 960 scrimmage yards on just 183 touches.
It’s now time to remember Deneric Prince’s name before training camp begins. Undrafted out of Tulsa, the 6-foot-1 running back has been one of the biggest surprises this offseason. Nate Taylor of The Athletic already believes Prince has a great shot at making the 53-man roster after making a strong impression on the coaching staff at minicamp and OTAs.
Meanwhile, Adam Teicher of ESPN named Prince as the biggest surprise from CHiefs’ practice this spring, raving about his receiving ability. If Prince shows that same ability in pads and holds his own in pass protection during training camp, he’ll have a role in the Chiefs’ offense this fall.
Looming contract decisions for Chiefs’ front office
Kansas City doesn’t necessarily have to rush anything with Mahomes, he’s satisfied with his deal and remains one of the highest-paid NFL players. However, his contract falls well below his current value and the Chiefs’ organization has expressed an interest in changing that. A far more pressing matter is Jones’s contract. The All-Pro defensive tackle wants to remain in Kansas City, but he’s on an expiring contract. Considering a long-term deal would both allow him to finish his career in a Chiefs’ uniform and create cap space, we’d expect a deal this summer. Just know, it’ll be costly.
FAQ for Chiefs training camp
Where will Chiefs training camp be in 2023?
Chiefs training cap is held at Missouri Western State University in Saint, Joseph Missouri. The club extended its deal with Missouri Western this year, holding a training camp in St. Joseph through 2024. Considering Missouri Western State has partnered with Missouri Western State University since 2010, it will likely remain a long-term pact.
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What time does Chiefs training camp start?
Chiefs’ training camp begins at 9:15 AM CT every day this summer, with one exception. Kansas City’s final practice, Military Appreciation Day, will begin at 8:15 AM.
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What day does Chiefs training camp start?
Training camp for the Chiefs starts on Sunday, July 23 at 9:15 AM CT. The final practice for training camp will be on Aug. 17
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Does it cost to go to Chiefs training camp?
Attending the Chiefs’ training camp practices is free, with two exceptions. Practices on July 23, July 29 and Aug. 5 have a $5 admission free because of team-wide autographs sessions for fans.
Is Chiefs training camp open to the public?
Yes, a majority of the Chiefs’ practices for training camp are open to the public. The only exceptions are the private practices on July 19-21 and the practices exclusive for season-ticket members on July 24 and Aug. 9.
